This beautiful little mountain town in the Sierra Foothills has plenty to offer. The streets are steep and lined with quaint Victorian architecture, artsy shops and hip coffee shops, delicious restaurants, wine tasting rooms, and several bars with live music and dancing. Everything is within walking distance, except for the nearby hiking and swimming in the Yuba River, which is only minutes away.
Here are a few highlights that we’ve explored and highly recommend.
Carrington’s Fine Wines
This little wine shop is a gem. We were hesitant to pay for the tasting in a town where there are a couple free tasting rooms, but this was money well spent. The owner chooses a brilliant line up that immediately reminds you why you got into wine in the first place (and if you aren’t into wine, you will be after a tasting here.) You can also buy wine by the glass from the tasting line-up. The owner and local regulars are friendly, welcoming, and happy to share wine wisdom. (242 Commercial St.)
Nevada City Winery
This large tasting room has a great deck out back, a long list of wines to choose from, and also sells wine by the glass. The wine is delicious and fairly affordable. There are also occasional events with free food and live music. (321 Spring St.)
Chief Crazy Horse Saloon
This bar is offers a great atmosphere, lots of brilliant live music, amazing garlic French fries, and a diverse and friendly crowd. (230 Commercial St.)
Las Katarinas Mexican Restaurant
We showed up starving, and were instantly greeted with friendly, welcoming service and endless bowls of amazing salsa and chips. The burritos are huge and delicious, and the prices are very affordable. The “Diablo” burrito with shrimp was spicy and fantastic. (311 Broad St.)
Sopa Thai Cuisine
This restaurant is beautifully decorated and has a lovely garden. The food is delicious and the prices are very reasonable. The Thai tea is an exotic treat. (312 Commercial St.)
Café Mekka
This is a unique, art laden coffee shop with a great drink menu and free Wifi. They also feature amazing desserts from a famous chef A perfect place to get a mocha, grab a seat on a couch, and get some work done on your laptop. (237 Commercial St.)
Broad Street Bistro
This coffee shop has a lots of fresh and healthy food options, heaps of outdoor seating, free Wifi, and they even sell beer. On weekend nights you may find free live music too. (426 Broad St.)